A Tokyo Summer Tradition Returns:
“Forest Beer Garden” at Meiji Jingu Gaien
A beloved summer tradition in Tokyo, the “Forest Beer Garden” at Meiji Jingu Gaien is now open!
Since its debut in 1984, it has grown into one of the city’s most popular urban BBQ destinations, celebrating its 41st season this year. Set in a lush, open-air environment, it offers a refreshing outdoor BBQ experience in the heart of Tokyo. The 2026 season opens on Wednesday, April 22.
Menu
BBQ All-You-Can-Eat & Drink Standard Plan
April - June (Weekdays)
April - September (Sat. Sun. Holidays),
July - September (Weekdays)
Weber BBQ Plan with All-You-Can-Drink
Location
Forest Beer Garden
Nikoniko Park, Meiji JinguGaien 14-13 Kasumigaoka-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
| Access | 5-minute walk from JR Shinanomachi Station 10-minute walk from Aoyama-itchome Station (Ginza Line) 5-minute walk from Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station (Oedo Line) |
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| Closed | Open daily during the season (may close in case of bad weather) |
| Operating Period | April 22 (Wed) – September 30 (Wed), 2026 |
| Hours | [Regular Season] Weekdays: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM (Last Order: 9:30 PM) Weekends & Holidays: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last Order: 9:30 PM) [Summer Season] July 18 (Sat) – August 31 (Mon), 2026 Weekdays: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Last Order: 9:30 PM) Weekends & Holidays: 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Last Order: 9:30 PM) |
| Seating Capacity | Approx. 900 seats (600 seats under tents, available in case of rain) |
| Reservation | Reservation can be made for group of 2 or more. |
- Pets are not permitted (except for guide dogs and service dogs)
- Outside food and beverages are not allowed, and takeout is not permitted
- Alcohol will not be served to drivers or persons under the legal drinking age